Change SRD Grant payment method has been permitted by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) to beneficiaries. These changes can be made by visiting your nearest SASSA office, such as from the post office to a bank account or to a Cash Send option.
Need of Change SRD Grant Payment Method
SASSA SRD R350 change payment method should be done because it can offer several advantages:
- Faster Payments: Payments directly into a bank account are processed faster than other methods.
- Convenience: Avoid long queues at the post office by choosing bank transfer or Cash Send.
- Security: Bank transfers are generally more secure than other payment methods.
How to Change SRD Payment Method?
Follow these steps to change your SRD grant payment method:
1. Collect Requisite Documents
The first step to change your payment method is to gather your requisite documents, which include a valid South African ID card and three (3) months of bank statements, and if you want to use a new bank account, then proof of account from your bank.
2. Visit the Nearest SASSA Office
In order to make changes, you have to visit the local and nearest SASSA office. There you should request a consent form from the concerned representative, or it can be downloaded from the SASSA’s official website, which you should sign and then submit so that the request for changing the payment method may be initiated.
3. Choose Your Preferred Payment Method
You can choose from the following options:
SASSA has recommended to beneficiaries that the change in payment method requests should be made before the 19th of every month.
Common Issues in Changing SRD Grant Payment Method
Frequently Asked Questions
Conclusion
SASSA has made it really easy for the applicants to change the payment method and choose any payment method that is suitable for them. But it is really important to remember that this is recommended to be done before the 19th of every month, in order to avoid payment delays. You cannot change it whenever you want.